ThermiRF Comes to Vinings Surgery Center

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Dr. Colgrove and the staff at Vinings Surgery Center have an innovative new technology to offer patients who want to reduce wrinkles, tighten loose skin and contour problem areas of the body: ThermiRFTM. 

ThermiRFTM uses radiofrequency (RF) technology, which for more than 75 years has been safely used in cardiology, pain management, dermatology, plastic surgery and other medical specialities. This technology allows physicians to precisely locate an area for treatment, then apply a specific dose of controlled radiofrequency energy to a portion of the targeted area for wrinkle reduction, body contouring, lifting, relaxation of frown lines and skin tightening.

ThermiRFTM is the first aesthetic therapy that uses temperature control technology, which is a safer than laser and other RF technology currently being used. All procedures done with ThermiRFTM can be performed in the office setting and do not require any down time. Patients can have procedures done  during a lunch hour and return to work.

ThermiRFTM can be used to tighten small areas of adipose tissue (fat) deposits in areas including:

  • Frown reduction
  • Submental
  • Axillary fold
  • Arms (tricept area)
  • Abdomen (love handles)
  • Knees

The ThermiRFTM device is FDA-cleared and provides a minimally-invasive solution for tightening and fat reduction anywhere on the body. A tiny radio-frequency probe delivers the prescribed dose of safe RF energy through the non-insulated tip of the probe to heat the targeted loose tissue and fat cells. This is a very accurate method to selectively target the loose tissue and fat pockets results in controlled tissue reduction and tightening. Over time, the treated fat cells are drained via the lymphatic system and then excreted as urine and the lax tissues tighten.

The prescribed temperature is set by the clinician to ensure a comfortable yet effective treatment for each patient. The ThermiRFTM Platform controls the temperature of the handpiece tip that is in contact with the patient. The clinician can set the desired temperature and know that it is being delivered to the patient. Once the handpiece tip reaches the target temperature, a digital clock measures time. With precise temperature and time, the clinician can target and control the therapeutic dose. The system increases safety and delivers more reliable clinical outcomes.

Call 770-955-9000 to schedule your consultation today!

There’s a new option out there (and, of course, here at Vinings Surgery Center) for looking more youthful, adding facial volume and reducing lines and wrinkles. JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ XC injectable gel is an FDA-approved filler used to lift the mid-face with long-lasting results. It is the first and only filler approved for deep injection in the cheek area to correct age-related volume loss instantly.

JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ XC gives a subtle lift, helping to restore contour and a more youthful profile for as long as two years. While JUVÉDERM® XC smoothes out moderate to severe wrinkles and folds around the nose and mouth, like parentheses, JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ XC, adds volume specifically to the cheek area.

More about JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ XC:

  • It is the first and only hyaluronic acid (HA) filler FDA-approved to instantly add volume to the cheek area, resulting in a subtle lift. HA is a naturally occurring, hydrating substance found in your skin. As you age, you start to lose HA, which causes the skin to lose structure and volume.
  • It is clinically proven to last as long as two years with optimal treatment.
  • After 24 hours, you should be able to resume your normal activities.
  • Side effects are moderate and generally last two to four weeks. Common side effects include temporary reactions at the treatment site such as tenderness, swelling, firmness, lumps/bumps, bruising, pain, redness, discoloration and itching.

To see results, visit the Juvederm website. Click here to see reviews from those who have tried Voluma, as well as the RealSelf “worth-it” rating.

It’s here! It’s the holiday season! Time to look your very best for all the wonderful friends and family you’ll be enjoying all month long. As our little early holiday gift to you, enjoy these fabulous beautifying specials available throughout December:
Vi Peel $199 ($300 value)
A Vi Peel is a skin treatment used to improve the appearance of the skin on the face, chest, hands or other areas. As a medical-grade chemical peel, the Vi Peel is an effective treatment to improve several skin conditions and issues including acne, uneven skin texture, uneven tone, fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring, sagging skin, age and sun spots, enlarged pores and hyperpigmentation. The Vi Peel also provides a more youthful look by brightening the overall appearance of the skin and improving collagen production. The Vi Peel, like some other chemical peels, can also assist in removing precancerous cells.
Receive FREE Microdermabrasion ($50 value) When You Schedule a Deep Pore Cleanse Facial for $75
The deep pore cleansing facial with microdermabrasion helps maintain a healthy, glowing complexion with cleansing, steaming, gentle exfoliation, extraction, and a relaxing neck and shoulder massage. Also includes a customized mask.
Purchase TNS Essential Serum, Recovery Complex or Lytera Skin Brightening and Receive *FREE bottle of Latisse ($120 value)
*Available while supplies last

Smooth and Contour Your Body with VelaShape $85 Introductory Offer ($200 value) VelaShape is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment for cellulite with three components, which together have been shown to be effective in tightening and smoothing skin: radiofrequency energy (RF), infrared light energy and mechanical vacuum massage.

Remember, gift cards make great holiday gifts! Pay $100 and receive $125!

Start the new year looking fresh and fabulous with these party-proof skincare tips:

  • One place stress can make an appearance is the eyes in the form of dark circles and puffiness. Dr. Colgrove recommends making sure you stay well hydrated, drinking 1 to 2 liters of water a day, as a way to keep eyes looking fresh and bright. Keeping alcohol and salt intake down (which can be a challenge this time of year with all the goodies everywhere), makes a big difference as well, reducing water retention.
  • Some existing skin conditions such as psoriasis, rosacea, acne and eczema can be exacerbated when the pressure it on. Check in with yourself often to measure how stressed you’re feeling. If you feel tension creeping in, take some time to give yourself the care and attention you need. Exercise, rest, quiet time and relaxing activities are important to incorporate balance into the hubbub of the festivities.
  • Be preventive. If you’re planning to attend or throw a bunch of parties, take some proactive steps to preserve your glow. Laser treatments can help, as can topical creams and serums, especially those with Vitamin C or retinol. Also switch to a richer, more emollient moisturizer for increased moisture.
  • If all that New Year’s merriment leaves you with puffy eyes the next morning, reach for a cold pack. Leave it in place for just a few minutes for quick, soothing relief.  Keep in mind sleeping with your head elevated can help minimize puffiness the next morning.

Our skincare experts have many ways to help you refresh your skin this season. Give us a call at 770-955-9000 to schedule an appointment today.

You can find more great holiday skin-saving techniques in this article on WebMD.

The sunning, swimming and summer fun sure were great while they lasted, but now that fall is on its way it’s the perfect time to do a little repair work on your skin.

Enjoy these limited-time skincare and laser specials for after-summer skin repair:

  • 25% off Gloss Peel (regularly $200)
  • 30% off Foto Facial (regularly $300)

Please call 770-955-9000 to make an appointment and for more information. To learn more, visit www.colgrove.com.

Rosacea

Suffering with rosacea, or skin prone to redness and swelling, can be frustrating. One of the solutions to managing rosacea is to find out what specific factors are contributing to inflammation. An article by Melissa Schwarzchild, M.D. published in The Health Journal explains the triggers for rosacea and how to combat them. Heat is one of the most common triggers. Exposure to high temperatures outdoors will intensify your rosacea. Wearing hats and applying sunscreen daily is a good way to protect yourself.

Schwarzchild also notes the many sufferers of rosacea have sensitive skin. Using a mild cleanser and sticking to hypoallergenic facial creams and makeup also can aid in the prevention of further skin irritation. For a more permanent solution, Schwarzchild recommends rosacea patients turn to a cosmetic surgeon for laser treatments.

These gentle, quick procedures target broken capillaries and dilated blood vessels to will significantly reduce redness and create a more even skin tone. These types of treatments are available at Vinings Surgery Center, and specialists are on hand to answer any questions.

FotoFacial RF® treatment for Rosacea and More

FotoFacial RF® treatment applies a unique combination of controlled heat and light (Syneron® Aurora™ laser) to improve the appearance of age spots, freckles, and sun spots. This treatment can improve skin texture, reduce redness and rosacea symptoms, decrease the appearance of unwanted facial veins, and diminish the visibility of enlarged pores. FotoFacial RF® treatments must be performed in a cycle that corresponds with your body’s own rejuvenation processes with time in between treatments to allow your skin to heal itself.  Typically, FotoFacial RF® patients see the best skin rejuvenation results after a series of five treatments spaced one month apart.

Click here for more information on FotoFacial RF® treatments at Vinings Surgery Center and to view actual patient results.

Contact Atlanta Plastic Surgeon Dr. Colgrove to Schedule a Consultation

For more information about treatments and procedures by Board Certified Atlanta Plastic Surgeon, Robert A. Colgrove, Jr., M.D. at Vinings Surgery Center please visit us at www.colgrove.com

Vinings Surgery Center is taking patients from Greater Atlanta Georgia, Buckhead, Marietta, Roswell, Dunwoody and surrounding areas.

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Fall is the perfect time for renewal. Consider refreshing and renewing your skin with a VI Peel. For a limited time at Vinings Surgery Center, you can get a VI Peel for just $300, which includes a free microdermabrasion treatment! The Vi Peel contains a synergistic blend of powerful ingredients suitable for all skin types, for dramatic results with virtually no pain, no skin preparation and little downtime.

The Vi Peel will:

  • Improve the tone, texture and clarity of your skin
  • Reduce or eliminate age spots, freckles, and hyper-pigmentation, including melasma
  • Soften lines and wrinkles
  • Clear acne skin conditions, reduce or eliminate acne scars
  • Stimulate the production of collagen, for firmer, more youthful skin

ViPeel Before and After Photos

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Learn more about the process here, and call (770) 955-9000 for more information or to schedule an appointment.  

Contact Atlanta Plastic Surgeon Dr. Colgrove to Schedule a Consultation

For more information about treatments and procedures by Board Certified Atlanta Plastic Surgeon, Robert A. Colgrove, Jr., M.D. at Vinings Surgery Center please visit us at www.colgrove.com

Vinings Surgery Center is taking patients from Greater Atlanta Georgia, Buckhead, Marietta, Roswell, Dunwoody and surrounding areas.

See Our Cosmetic Surgery Price List    

FotoFacial Before and After
FotoFacial RF® treatment Before and After

The fall air makes everything seem fresh and full of possibility! It’s the perfect time to freshen your look, and the FotoFacial RF® treatment is one of the gentlest ways to do that with the most dramatic results.

FotoFacial RF® treatment applies a unique combination of controlled heat and light (the Syneron® Aurora™ laser) to improve the appearance of age spots, freckles and sun spots.  This treatment also can improve skin texture, reduce redness and rosacea symptoms, decrease the appearance of unwanted facial veins, and diminish the visibility of enlarged pores. The treatments must be performed in a cycle that corresponds with the body’s own rejuvenation processes with time in between treatments to allow skin to heal itself. 

Patients typically see the best skin rejuvenation results after a series of five treatments spaced one month apart. Treatments use intense pulsed light and radiofrequency energy. These gentle, outpatient, no-downtime, 30-minute treatments are used to improve the cosmetic appearance of the face, neck or body. Recovery is immediate, with minimal restrictions for four hours. For more information and examples, visit www.fotofacialrf.com. Give us a call today at (770) 955-9000 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Contact Atlanta Plastic Surgeon Dr. Colgrove to Schedule a Consultation

For more information about treatments and procedures by Board Certified Atlanta Plastic Surgeon, Robert A. Colgrove, Jr., M.D. at Vinings Surgery Center please visit us at www.colgrove.com

Vinings Surgery Center is taking patients from Greater Atlanta Georgia, Buckhead, Marietta, Roswell, Dunwoody and surrounding areas.

See Our Cosmetic Surgery Price List

Let us help you with your summer beauty boost! Here at Vinings Surgery Center, our licensed medical esthetician offers chemical peels, microdermabrasion, facials, laser hair removal, FotoFacial RF, waxing and medical-grade skincare products. Make your appointment today by giving us a call at 770-955-9000.

Welcome to the blog of plastic surgeon Robert A Colgrove, Jr., M.D. Located in Atlanta, Dr. Colgrove’s Vinings Surgery Center is an AAAASF Accredited Surgery Facility where plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, and reconstructive surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. We offer an environment uniquely qualified to provide a comfortable, yet professional atmosphere while you receive the highest quality medical care. Every member of our medical and support team has been chosen for their caring attitudes as well as their professional credentials.

We feel an informed patient goes into surgery with more confidence and realistic expectations. From breast implants to tummy tucks, information is conveyed by viewing educational videos, reading descriptive pamphlets, reviewing before and after photographs of patients who have had a similar surgery, and having a detailed consultation which usually includes computer video imaging. Our goal is to ensure that your experience is optimally pleasant and beneficial to your health and well-being.

Please take a minute to explore our website to learn more about us and the services we can offer you. Whether your interest is in Facelift Surgery, or a Facial Filler, hopefully, this site will answer some basic questions for you, but we encourage you to contact us today and schedule your free initial consultation. This will allow us to use our expertise to give you the attention you deserve.

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